"The suspect started committing robberies, using physical force to intimidate and rob businesses of money and merchandise," the Phoenix Police Department said in a news release, adding that the suspect progressed to committing armed robberies, using a weapon, as well as simulating a weapon.

Police located Garcia-Sanchez on Thursday in the area of 1200 North 40th Street, arresting him shortly after he fled the scene, according to the release.

Garcia-Sanchez was booked into a Maricopa County jail on suspicion of numerous felonies, including armed robbery, aggravated assault, kidnapping and burglary, officials said.